Kitchen Porter

Kitchen Porter- Convene Sancroft (EC4M 7DQ)

Please note: candidate must currently reside in the UK and be able to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Who We Are:

Convene Hospitality Group (CHG) operates a global portfolio of lifestyle brands focused on creating places and experiences that bring people together. The company designs, develops, and operates hospitality-driven destinations to host gatherings of all kinds, ranging from small corporate meetings to immersive brand activations and beyond. We love bringing people together in person, and that passion for great experiences extends to our employees as well. If you're interested in creating inspiring moments of connection, consider joining our team. 

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy mostly Monday–Friday shifts and yes, you’ll usually have Christmas off to spend with loved ones! 

We’re Here For You: 

At Convene, you’ll receive:

• Excellent health coverage for you and your family 
• Generous paid time off, including an extra day off for your birthday
• Participation in our pension scheme with contributions from Convene
• Professional development support
• Savings on bikes and equipment through Convene’s Cycle to Work programme
• A chance to be part of a dynamic, growing team
• The opportunity to have a significant impact on your team and the business in the work that you do

Convene is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives.

What You’ll Do:

The Kitchen Porter will perform duties which maintain the cleanliness and organization of all food service department areas, utensils, equipment and vehicles in a sanitized and orderly condition. We need someone customer focused, with strong attention to detail, as well as someone highly motivated and ready to work in a team. Our employees use our Core Values to guide their daily work: Genuine, Relentless, Integrity, and Teamwork.

Care and cleaning of kitchen equipment, dish room and pot washing areas:

• Wash pots, pans, trays and other cooking and serving equipment
• May wash and peel vegetables and fruits
• Operate and maintain dish room equipment according to sanitary standards
• Follow principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment
• Transfer supplies and equipment between storage and work areas by hand or with the use of a hand truck
• Removal of trash, separates into designated containers, and maintain clean floor in kitchen and dining area
• Steam cleanse and/or scrubs out trash and garbage cans
• Food Safety/Sanitation
• Clean up spills in the kitchen, dining area, his/her own work area immediately
• Complete shift work, as assigned, in a timely thorough manner in accordance with department standards
• Inform chef and manager in a timely manner when supplies are low
• Follow and observes all company policies and procedures
• Follow company standards for attendance and punctuality
• Assist in catering orders, prepping and plating food
• Assist other functions as needed
• Maintain and refresh restrooms

Responsible for Food Safety/Sanitation:

• Responsible for ensuring proper presentation, portion control, and maintenance of proper serving temperatures – follows HACCP standards
• Maintain sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils within work area
• Handle and ensure that all deliveries are properly stored, according to both state and federal health regulations
• Keep display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service as assigned
• Clean equipment, as assigned and in a timely fashion
• Clean workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments

Customer Service:

• Represent company in a courteous, efficient, and friendly manner is all customer and employee interactions
• Interact with customers in a manner to ensure customer satisfaction
• Greet customers courteously
• Relay relevant comments from customers directly to supervisors
• Interact with customers and resolves customer complaints in a friendly and service oriented manner
• Consistently exhibit the ability to keep up with peak kitchen hours and does so calmly, accurately and efficiently

What We Look For: 

• Previous experience preferred
• Flexible and long hours sometimes required
• Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull and place objects up to 25 pounds without assistance
• Ability to reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping
• Ability to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time